Tiger & Bunny 2 will premiere on Netflix worldwide on October 7, 2022. The ending theme is Pilot by Taichi Mukai, and the track will be available to stream starting October 5.
The song’s message is powerful, expressing that while we can’t always control what happens in life, we should always strive to pilot our own course as best we can. Mukai, who is a huge anime fan, studied the bonds and emotions of the show’s characters prior to creating the track, eager to make it something that fans would love.
The song was produced by CELSIOR COUPE, a close friend of Mukai’s who previously worked on the singer’s other anime tracks including Reset and Michi from Run with the Wind and Bravest from Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai. A mid-tempo track, the song also incorporates elements of Future Beats, creating an emotional sound that is perfect for an anime ending theme. Be sure to give it a listen when it releases next month!
Comment from Taichi Mukai
“I’m so happy to have been chosen to perform the ending theme for Tiger & Bunny 2! I decided to interpret the bonds and emotions of the characters in my own way, and I really wanted to sing about having the strength to move on in the midst of sadness and resentment. I hope that this track will capture the feeling of the series and the fans.”
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The online sake shop KURAND is now selling TIGER & BARNABY SPARKLING, a special sparkling sake made in collaboration with the TIGER & BUNNY 2 anime series.
TIGER & BARNABY SPARKLING is a sparkling sake that will surprise customers with its delicate bubbles and light flavor. The label features an outline of the city of Sternbild, the setting of TIGER & BUNNY, and each bottle will be delivered in a decorated box. This is perfect for Christmas and New Year’s celebrations! Those who purchase TIGER & BARNABY SPARKLING will receive a TIGER & BARNABY Champagne Stopper as a gift. The bubbliness of this sake is sure to impress, so kick back and relax with friends and family this holiday season with a few glasses of this limited-edition goodness. Information
TIGER & BARNABY SPARKLING
Order Period: November 4 – November 17 at 16:59
*Orders will be delivered by Christmas
Second Order Period: November 17 at 17:00~
*Orders will be delivered during or after January 2023
(Bottles available for Christmas are only available in limited quantities. Those ordering bottles for a January 2023 delivery should be aware that items are only available to order while supplies last.)Price: ¥8,600 (Tax Included)
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With over 1.4 million followers, popular artist ano, known as ano-chan to her fans, is about to make her major debut with Toy’s Factory! Launching her first solo project in September 2020, ano has finally landed a spot on the global stage. Along with being a talented musician, she has also appeared as a model and TV personality over the years, solidifying her place as a beloved figure among the younger generation. Having already collaborated with a number of creators, ano’s future is already looking bright. New photos of the artist have been released along with her major debut announcement, with art director Kenjiro Sano in charge. ano’s major debut single AIDA will be released on April 8, and has been chosen to serve as the ending theme for Tiger & Bunny 2, which will also be released on Netflix worldwide the same day. The track is a ballad filled with ano’s personality, and the cover artwork was also created by Kenjiro Sano.
Tiger & Bunny 2 will be available exclusively on Netflix starting April 8, 2022. Comment from ano
I’m so happy to announce that I’ll be making my major debut with Toy’s Factory!!! It’s been my dream to make a major label debut since I was a little girl and I’m just so happy!!! I want to thank my manager and everyone who has supported me so far!!! I’ll do my best to pay everyone back by performing at Budokan someday!!! Thank you for the kind words and encouragement!!! -
Starting on October 30, a special Tiger & Bunny Character Pop Store will be open at atre Akihabara! The event is being held by Bandai Namco, and fans will be able to snag some merchandise featuring brand-new original illustrations!
Lineup
Tiger & Bunny Acrylic Stand (2 varieties): ¥1,850 each (Tax Included)
Tiger & Bunny Acrylic Keychain (2 varieties): ¥950 each (Tax Included)
Tiger & Bunny Mini Drawstring Bag Collection (8 varieties): ¥790 each (Tax Included)
Lottery Prizes
A PrizeTiger & Bunny A3-sized Cloth Poster (Winner can choose from 3 varieties)B PrizeTiger & Bunny Magnet (Winner can choose from 8 varieties) C PrizeTiger & Bunny Visual Card (8 varieties, random) Guests spending over ¥2,000 will receive a novelty illustration card (4 varieties) The store will feature plenty of goods and minigames for Tiger & Bunny fans to enjoy. After the new merchandise is released at atre Akihabara, it will also be sold online at the Namco Parks online store and the A-on store. Tiger & Bunny takes place in Stern Bild City, where 45 years before, superpowered individuals called NEXT began appearing. Each of these superheroes works for a sponsor company, and the popular television show Hero TV sees these characters performing heroic feats for points. The best-ranked hero at the end of the season is crowned King of Heroes. The original anime series ran from April until September 2011, with a film coming in 2012. Another was released in theaters in 2014, and a sequel, Tiger & Bunny 2, is scheduled to release next year. ©BNP/T&B PARTNERS Information
Tiger & Bunny Character Pop Store ~WRAPPING GIFT FOR…~
Running: October 30 – December 5, 2021
Hours: 10:00-21:00 *Hours of operation subject to change.
Address: 1-17-6 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Details: https://bandainamco-am.co.jp/chara_shop/tigerandbunny/
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Taichi Mukai’s newest track Bravest is currently available on streaming platforms worldwide, and serves as the opening theme to the ongoing Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai anime series. Now, the official music video has been uploaded to YouTube! Fans of the series will take note of the meaningful lyrics, dotted with powerful words about friendship and long journeys. The song hopes to inspire listeners and to give people the strength to keep fighting during difficult times. Bravest (Official Music Video)
The video was directed by Tai Nakazawa, who has also worked on music videos for Shota Shimizu, aiko, [Alexandros], and others. He previously directed Mukai’s music videos for Get Loud and Celebrate! Keep an eye out while watching to catch a glimpse of the singer wearing pieces from costume designer TOMO KOIZUMI. ©三条陸、稲田浩司／集英社・ダイの大冒険製作委員会・テレビ東京 ©SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. Information
Bravest
Streaming: October 13, 2021Streaming Link: https://tf.lnk.to/BravestPR
Taichi Mukai Official Site: http://taichimukai.com/
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai
Airing each Saturday morning at 9:30 on TV Tokyo
Official Site: https://dq-dai.com/
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Due to the popularity of the recent Tiger & Bunny collaboration, Hotel New Otani in Tokyo has transformed two additional rooms into suites fit for a hero. When rooms first became available in September, they sold out in only 30 minutes! Tiger & Bunny is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2021, and fans of the series will be able to stay in these special rooms from October 30, 2021, until January 31, 2022. Reservations will be open starting at 10:00 on October 17.
During this collaboration, fans can also find four original goods that can only be obtained at Hotel New Otani. This includes original hotel keychains, acrylic nameplates, a leather tray decorated with an original logo, and some adorable postcards featuring SD characters from Tiger & Bunny. Each person to reserve a collaboration room will be able to take home one of each piece of merchandise. In the decorated rooms, guests will be greeted by Wild Tiger, Barnaby Brooks Jr., and other popular heroes from the series. Come spend some time with your favorite characters while you have the chance! Information
Tiger & Bunny Collaboration Hotel Room
Reservations Open on October 17, 2021, at 10:00 *Only available online
https://www.newotani.co.jp/tokyo/stay/plan/tigerandbunny/
Room Available: October 30, 2021 – January 31, 2022
Address: Hotel New Otani Tokyo (4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
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Singer, songwriter, and model Taichi Mukai has been chosen to perform the new opening theme for Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, currently airing Saturdays on TV Tokyo. The announcement was made during an event on September 12 celebrating a successful first year of broadcasting. A new visual was also released as the anime series starts its second year of airing. The new song, Bravest, was written specifically for the show, and features lyrics reminiscent of the main character and his struggles. In regards to the track, Mukai commented: “The Adventure of Dai is a masterpiece, and the manga series has been going on since before I was born. I was completely absorbed and totally forgot to get my own work done while going back through the story again, reading it the whole way through! I was full of energy when I wrote this song, and I hope it will get fans pumped up!” The first episode marking the second year of the Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai anime series will air on October 2. Mukai will also be releasing a new EP titled DOORS, co-produced with Shin Sakiura, on September 22. The song Celebrate! from the EP is available to stream now, so be sure to check it out!
©三条陸、稲田浩司／集英社・ダイの大冒険製作委員会・テレビ東京 ©SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. Information
Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai
Official Site: https://dq-dai.com/
DOORS
Release: September 22, 2021
‘Celebrate’ Streaming Links: https://tf.lnk.to/CelebratePR
Taichi Mukai Official Site: http://taichimukai.com/